Entry-Level Building & Code Inspector

The City of Fort Worth; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 Paid Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid Time Off

Pension Plan

Professional Development Opportunities

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Job summary

The City of Fort Worth is seeking a Combination Inspector to perform complex inspections across industrial, commercial and residential projects, ensuring compliance with building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy, and zoning codes. You will interpret codes, prepare reports, and coordinate with architects, contractors and citizens in a professional manner.

The role requires relevant inspection experience, Texas licensure plans, and the ability to obtain ICC licenses within stated

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED supplemented by specialized training in building construction or a related field
• Two (2) years of experience in building inspection and/or construction related field
• Possession of a valid Texas driver’s license
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate ICC IECC commercial or residential inspector certification within six (6) months of employment
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Texas Plumbing Inspector License within one year of employment
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, one additional ICC certification and/or State of Texas licenses within a year and a half of employment

Responsibilities

• Performs complex inspections on multiple permits on industrial, commercial and residential construction sites to ensure work meets City adopted codes and ordinances
• Enforces compliance with codes and ordinances including ICC building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy, existing building and sign codes and City zoning codes; issues notices for non-compliance and documents actions; maintains files and reports for possible legal actions
• Confers with architects, contractors, builders and the public in the field and office; explains and interprets code requirements and restrictions
• May assist other Combination Inspectors with minor compliance issues and construction projects
• Enforces zoning regulations by inspecting existing buildings and premises for change of use or occupancy, proper use of construction materials, and compliance with applicable codes and ordinances
• Inspects foundation, structural concrete, steel, masonry, wood construction, framing, plumbing, mechanical and electrical installations
• Performs customer service by interacting with customers face-to-face, over the telephone or by email
• Performs other related duties as required
• Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City’s Personnel Rules and Regulations

Job description

The City of Fort Worth is seeking a Combination Inspector to perform complex inspections across industrial, commercial and residential projects, ensuring compliance with building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy, and zoning codes. You will interpret codes, prepare reports, and coordinate with architects, contractors and citizens in a professional manner.

The role requires relevant inspection experience, Texas licensure plans, and the ability to obtain ICC licenses within stated